Tax Consultant Career

*A job as a Tax Consultant falls under the broader career category of Tax Preparers. The information on this page will generally apply to all careers in this category but may not specifically apply to this career title.

Job Description for Tax Preparers : Prepare tax returns for individuals or small businesses.


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Tax Preparer Career

Salary Info

Median Annual Wage

$45,340

Median Hourly Wage

$21.80*

Total Employed Nationally

70,030


Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2016 wage data and 2016-2026 employment projections. "Projected growth" represents the estimated change in total employment over the projections period (2016-2026). "Projected job openings" represent openings due to growth and replacement.